So you’ve decided to gear up with a new packraft and take up this exciting sport. It’s a fun and thrilling way to experience the backcountry from a different perspective and paddling downriver with all your gear in a raft is a lot less exhausting...
Just because the mercury has dropped below comfort levels doesn’t mean you have an excuse to stay inside where things are warm and cozy. No – a little cold weather isn’t enough to stop you from getting out on your bike and chewing up some...
For true cycling enthusiasts, winter is no obstacle; we find ways to get out on the road or trail even when the snow is falling and a layer of ice coats the ground. It may be difficult and a bit riskier, but it’s just as...
Many outdoor enthusiasts care about how sustainable their gear is – especially so when that gear involves down. Goose down is nature’s best insulator and a fantastic material, and where that down is sourced from is a major part of its quality and reliability. For...
We love Hydro Flask water bottles. They’re not cheap, but they are solid pieces of double-walled, insulated stainless steel designed to keep your hot drinks hot and your cold drinks cold for hours on end while also putting up with any abuse or rugged use...
If you aren’t a backcountry pro, it’s a good idea to hire a professional mountaineering guide to keep you safe on some of your trips to places outside of your comfort zone or expertise level. The right guide can show you the ropes, teach you...
When it comes to thru-hiking, the Appalachian Trail gets all the love – as does the Pacific Crest Trail. But not everybody has the means or desire to spend 5-6 months on the trail, leading many people to simply hike sections of it. But people...
We don’t try to hide our love for Made in America products, whether it’s clothing, skis or footwear. But we’d be remiss if we didn’t call attention to some of the best products made in other countries, too – products every bit as good as...
Why get running snowshoes? With the dead of winter upon us, many people people are taking some time off from outdoor pursuits to stay warm and comfortable inside by the fire. For us, however, winter means we're gearing up to tackle our favorite pursuits -...
